Yesterday's sermon from our guest speaker, Pastor Mark Combs, explored the importance of churches remaining faithful to their calling as lights in their communities, drawing lessons from the seven churches addressed in Revelation 2-3. Pastor Mark emphasized the need for sound doctrine, active faith, and continuous repentance to maintain our effectiveness as Christ's witnesses in a challenging world.

Takeaways:

• Churches are called to be lampstands in their communities, shining the light of Christ consistently.
• Repentance and holding fast to sound doctrine are crucial for maintaining our spiritual vitality and effectiveness.
• Our faithfulness in difficult times is noticed and rewarded by Christ, who desires an intimate relationship with His church.

As we go about our week, let's remember the importance of our role as light-bearers in Huber Heights. Whether our church is large or small, what matters most is our faithfulness to Christ's teachings and our commitment to being a positive influence in our community.

May we continue to let our light shine until Jesus returns!

In this message, we're reminded of our calling to be lights in a dark world. The sermon takes us on a journey through the seven churches of Revelation, each with its own struggles and triumphs. We're challenged to consider: Are we holding fast to our faith? Are we maintaining sound doctrine? Are we repenting when necessary? The imagery of changing light bulbs serves as a poignant metaphor for our need to continually renew our spiritual fervor. We're encouraged to see our churches not just as buildings, but as beacons of hope in our communities. The message emphasizes the importance of leadership, fellowship, and staying true to God's Word in the face of societal pressures. As we reflect on these ancient churches, we're prompted to examine our own spiritual temperature. Are we hot, cold, or lukewarm in our faith? This sermon reminds us that our commitment to Christ should be evident in our daily lives, shining brightly for all to see.

Join us the evening of October 11th from 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Come spend time as a family enjoying Inflatables, a Campfire, Door Prizes, Face Painting, a Balloon Artist and Barrel Train rides. We will also have hot dogs, cookies, s'mores, cocoa, cider, and more!